Dr. Pepper Cake

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS

• 1 16 oz devils food box cake mix plus ingredients listed on box to prepare cake mix minus water
• 1 cup Dr Pepper to replace water called for in cake mix

For the frosting:

• ½ cup Dr Pepper
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups sifted powdered sugar
• optional* ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

1. Prepare cake mix according to the package instructions for a 9×13 pan, substituting equal parts Dr Pepper for the water. Bake according to directions.
2. Allow the cake to cool once it has finished baking.
3. Prepare the frosting by simmering the Dr Pepper in a saucepan over medium high heat for 15 minutes until reduced.
4. Mix the cocoa powder in until dissolved.
5. Add the butter and stir until fully melted. Remove from heat to cool down for 10 minutes.
6. Stir the sifted powdered sugar into the butter mixture in increments until fully combined and smooth. Mix in chopped nuts, if using.
7. Pour the warm frosting over the top of the cake. The frosting will firm up and create a shell coating on the cake.
8. Slice in squares and serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, enjoy!